M2.1 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.1 Earthquake near Kthellë (Albania)

UTC time: 2026-08-11 09:24:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.1 earthquake was recorded near Kthellë (Albania) on August 11, 2026 at 09:24 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

15.0 km

UTC time

2026-08-11 09:24:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Albania

City

Kthellë

County

Lezhë County

Village

Shebë

Source

emsc

Coordinates

41.77500, 20.03300

Temperature

32.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

15 km

15 km — close to the regional average (12.7 km)

Regional average: 12.7 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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Vesuvius

Distance: 480 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'281 m ·Last eruption: 1944 ·Italy

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